Friends of China Camp

SAN PEDRO ROAD CLOSURE: Marin Triathlon
2023-10-28 08:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
Please be advised that San Pedro Road will be closed from Peacock Drive to the Back Ranch Meadows entrance gate on Saturday, October 28th and Sunday, October 29th, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., due to the Marin Triathlon and 1/2 Marathon. Park facilities along San Pedro Road will be inaccessible to the public until 1p.m. on both days.
You can find more information about the Marin 1/2 Marathon and Triathlon here. The event will begin at McNear’s Beach County Park.
Back Ranch Meadows Campground entrance will remain open and campers and visitors can enter and leave from the north entrance of San Pedro Road.
Expect increased traffic on San Pedro Road, and substantially increased foot traffic on Shoreline Trail on Sunday, October 29th.

Junior Ranger Program
2023-10-28 10:00 - 12:00 | Back Ranch Meadows Campground
It’s the spookiest time of year, when bats, owls, and other creatures of the night take on a different light. But are they really that scary? Join this special Halloween-themed Junior Rangers program to discover how our nocturnal residents—especially ones with wings—aren’t scary at all, but actually have awesome super powers which help them navigate the night in amazing and almost magical ways. Using your eyes, ears, and other senses, you’ll discover just how remarkable these animals are. Dress in layers for changeable weather. Bring water, snacks, and smiles.
Note: Due to a triathlon event, a section of North San Pedro Road will be closed from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Please access the Back Ranch Meadows Campground from the west side, coming from the Marin Civic Center.
Cancellations notified via email. Questions, contact programs@friendsofchinacamp.org or call 415.456.0766.

Date: Saturday: October 28
Time: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Location: Back Ranch Meadows Campground
Difficulty: Easy
Cost: Free (donations appreciated)
Age: 7 to 9 with parent or responsible adult

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CANCELED: Hunter Moon Hike
2023-10-28 17:15 - 19:45 | CA
We are sorry to inform you that due to the emphasized high wind warnings from Marin County, and the Red Flag Warning issued today, our hike lead has decided the safest option is to cancel tonight’s Program.

If you would like more information, please visit the following link: https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=37.9931&lon=-122.5013

Thank you for your engagement with China Camp, and we look forward to many more adventures in the future.

With fall’s return, the longer nights conjure up spirits. From old European traditions, Halloween’s rites fill the night. For traditional Native Californians, the full moon’s movement and its cyclical changes marked the seasons, the passage of time, and cycles of renewal. Join us to rekindle our connections with the night sky through the rise of the ghostly “Hunter Moon” as it rises over the Berkley Hills.
Dress for a crisp, cool night. Bring water and your camera. Wear sturdy hiking shoes, and pack a flashlight or headlamp, either fully charged or with fresh batteries.
NOTE: This hike begins sharply at 5:15 p.m. Please arrive early to check in, and don’t be late or you’ll miss the fun.
Space for events is limited so sign up now. Cancellations will be notified via email. Questions? Email programs@friendsofchinacamp.org or call (415) 456-0766.
Date: Saturday October 28
Time: 5:15 p.m. – 7:45 p.m.
